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Voronezh SNTs Endure Second Day of Power BlackoutVoronezh SNTs Endure Second Day of Power Blackout
Voronezh SNTs Endure Second Day of Power BlackoutFor a second consecutive day, residents of Blizhniye and Dalniye garden partnerships in Voronezh have been left without electricity as temperatures plunge to -18°C (-0.4°F).
Snowfalls Intensify in Nizhny NovgorodSnowfalls Intensify in Nizhny Novgorod
Snowfalls Intensify in Nizhny NovgorodThe administration of Nizhny Novgorod has warned residents of deteriorating weather conditions. Heavy snowfall is expected to continue throughout the day, potentially adding 17–20 cm to the snow cover.
Cobblestones mixed with sand on Chita roads hit car windshieldsCobblestones mixed with sand on Chita roads hit car windshields
Cobblestones mixed with sand on Chita roads hit car windshieldsAfter roads were treated with sand, large stones have been found on streets in Chita, flying into vehicles and breaking windshields, according to local residents.
Truck crash causes gridlock on Perm HighwayTruck crash causes gridlock on Perm Highway
Truck crash causes gridlock on Perm HighwayA collision involving two trucks and a car has blocked a lane on the Perm Highway towards Yekaterinburg, causing a traffic jam.
Saint Petersburg records its coldest temperature this winterSaint Petersburg records its coldest temperature this winter
Saint Petersburg records its coldest temperature this winterThe temperature in Saint Petersburg dropped to -19°C (-2°F) on the morning of February 1, setting the coldest mark of the winter season so far.
February Events in Moscow: Chinese New Year, Immersive Theater, Sports, JazzFebruary Events in Moscow: Chinese New Year, Immersive Theater, Sports, Jazz
February Events in Moscow: Chinese New Year, Immersive Theater, Sports, JazzA guide to the most notable events in Moscow for the final month of winter.
Arsenyev Museum to Begin Zelenka Reconstruction First PhaseArsenyev Museum to Begin Zelenka Reconstruction First Phase
Arsenyev Museum to Begin Zelenka Reconstruction First PhaseThe Arsenyev Museum is preparing to start the first phase of redeveloping the 'Zelenka' area, a project discussed for two years.
Suburban train delays hit Ryazan Oblast, some up to 90 minutesSuburban train delays hit Ryazan Oblast, some up to 90 minutes
Suburban train delays hit Ryazan Oblast, some up to 90 minutesSuburban train services in Ryazan Oblast have been severely disrupted since January 31, with delays of up to an hour and a half reported by passengers due to heavy snowfalls.
Rarest and Most Popular Baby Names in Samara Region RevealedRarest and Most Popular Baby Names in Samara Region Revealed
Rarest and Most Popular Baby Names in Samara Region RevealedThe regional Civil Registry Office has published lists of the most unusual and common names given to newborns in the area in 2025.
Heat Restored to Vasilyevsky Island Reclaimed Homes
Heat Restored to Vasilyevsky Island Reclaimed HomesReplacement of the damaged section of the heating main on Nakhimov Street in St. Petersburg was completed ahead of schedule. Residents are having their heating and hot water supply restored.
Monument to Commodore Rezanov to Be Removed from Peace SquareMonument to Commodore Rezanov to Be Removed from Peace Square
Monument to Commodore Rezanov to Be Removed from Peace SquareThe monument to Commodore Rezanov will be dismantled from Krasnoyarsk's Peace Square and relocated to a new site as part of the central square's reconstruction for the city's 400th anniversary.
Orsk recidivist to stand trial for bold jewelry store robberyOrsk recidivist to stand trial for bold jewelry store robbery
Orsk recidivist to stand trial for bold jewelry store robberyA 23-year-old repeat offender from Orsk is facing additional charges for a brazen daytime robbery of a jewelry store that was captured on video.
Nizhny Novgorod residents warned of intensifying snowfallsNizhny Novgorod residents warned of intensifying snowfalls
Nizhny Novgorod residents warned of intensifying snowfallsThe city administration has warned of intensifying snowfalls throughout Tuesday, with the snow cover expected to grow by several more centimeters.
Epstein Files Reveal Krasnodar Modeling Agency LinkEpstein Files Reveal Krasnodar Modeling Agency Link
Epstein Files Reveal Krasnodar Modeling Agency LinkThe U.S. Justice Department's documents reveal that a modeling agency from Krasnodar provided girls for parties hosted by Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex trafficker.
Kubanoid or Newcomer? A Test for Krasnodar ResidentsKubanoid or Newcomer? A Test for Krasnodar Residents
Kubanoid or Newcomer? A Test for Krasnodar ResidentsFind out in just 5 minutes if you're a native Krasnodar resident or a recent arrival.
Unusual Black Tit Spotted in Omsk - Adorable ImagesUnusual Black Tit Spotted in Omsk - Adorable Images
Unusual Black Tit Spotted in Omsk - Adorable ImagesThe bird was seen in the G.I. Henze Dendrological Garden.
Truck and Train Collision Near Volgograd Caught on VideoTruck and Train Collision Near Volgograd Caught on Video
Truck and Train Collision Near Volgograd Caught on VideoThe accident occurred on January 31 in the Novoanninsky District of the Volgograd Region and, fortunately, resulted in no fatalities.
BodaiBo utility accident victims to receive compensationBodaiBo utility accident victims to receive compensation
BodaiBo utility accident victims to receive compensationMayor Yevgeny Yumashev announced the administration will provide financial aid to all affected by the heating and water outage, with payments of 15,000 rubles ($167) per person.
Frosts in Tyumen: Early February ForecastFrosts in Tyumen: Early February Forecast
Frosts in Tyumen: Early February ForecastNext week in Tyumen, a cold snap is expected with temperatures dropping to -23 degrees Celsius (-9°F). Winter continues to hold its ground in the region.
St. Petersburg searches for missing 9-year-old PavelSt. Petersburg searches for missing 9-year-old Pavel
St. Petersburg searches for missing 9-year-old PavelIn St. Petersburg, the active search for nine-year-old Pavel Tifitulin continues into its second day after he left home for a walk on January 30 and did not return.
Truck Crash on Krasnokamsk Bypass Kills Pregnant PassengerTruck Crash on Krasnokamsk Bypass Kills Pregnant Passenger
Truck Crash on Krasnokamsk Bypass Kills Pregnant PassengerDrivers of both vehicles escaped injury.
Firefighters Battle Blaze at Historic Samara SynagogueFirefighters Battle Blaze at Historic Samara Synagogue
Firefighters Battle Blaze at Historic Samara SynagogueEmergency services are working to extinguish a serious fire that engulfed the roof of a synagogue in central Samara on February 1, with no casualties reported.
City recruits drivers from other cities for trolleybus 24City recruits drivers from other cities for trolleybus 24
City recruits drivers from other cities for trolleybus 24Novosibirsk's trolleybus route 24 faces chronic delays due to a shortage of 32 drivers, with 22 new hires since a ban on foreign drivers took effect.